The heart and soul of the Boston Bruins returns to action Saturday afternoon.
Patrice Bergeron likely will make his preseason debut against the Chicago Blackhawks after recovering from a groin injury suffered against the Carolina Hurricanes in May. The Bruins included the 34-year-old center on their roster for the game, and there’s a good chance he’ll see his first action since Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final last season.
Having No. 37 back in the lineup gives the Black and Gold more of their core unit heading into the season. Bergeron enjoyed a career year in 2018-19, totaling 32 goals and 79 points, both career highs, in just 65 games.
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Bergeron will look to use his first preseason game to be ready for the Bruins’ regular season opener against the Dallas Stars on Oct. 3.
